Gervais et Conrad #[nn]

Iris Boudreau brings an irresistible odd-couple charm to this all-ages French-language comic, featuring the delightful duo of Gervais — a squat, sleepy-eyed creature in a yellow t-shirt — and Conrad, an enthusiastic pink insect-like figure with antennae who cheerfully announces, "Un livre sur la flore qui nous entoure!" Against a lush, rounded vignette of green foliage on a sunny yellow-green background, the contrast between Conrad's animated excitement and Gervais's skeptical expression promises plenty of warmth and gentle humor. Published by Les 400 Coups in 2023, this is a wonderfully inviting read for anyone who enjoys whimsical character-driven comics with a touch of the natural world.